Lemon Glazed Ginger Cookies Recipe

This is one of Lauren Chattman's favorite cookies for cookie swaps. It features the classic flavor combination of warm ginger and tangy lemon. Chattman is a former pastry chef and author of Cookie Swap! (Workman, 2010).

4. Meanwhile, for the Glaze, mix confectioners’ sugar, cream and lemon extract in small bowl with wire whisk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies. Let stand 30 minutes or until glaze is set.Storage Tip: Store cookies in airtight container between layers of parchment paper up to 3 days.

Make Ahead Tip: Place balls of unbaked cookie dough in single layer on parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm. Transfer dough to freezer-weight resealable plastic bags. Freeze up to 1 month. Bake unthawed cookie dough as directed, increasing bake time by 1 to 2 minutes.